The group then Hurd something, as Samson and Oton stopped as then they blocked at attack by a wooden tail, as they saw what it was a wooden snake with green glowing stripe indicating that it has heavy wood like parts with vines falling donw. It has four yellow eyes and the top of it has the Decagrammaton logo engraved onto it, with the astrological symbol for Saturn within it. Below the logo is text written in Greek. On top of it lies a Green halo with the left and right side poking out and an orb floating within it. Although typically hidden, it possesses a large wood tail.
The group tensed as they faced the monstrous wooden snake. Its intricate features, from the glowing green stripes to the Decagrammaton logo, made it clear this creature was not of ordinary origin.
Ritsuka, eyeing the serpent warily, called out, "Da Vinci, any info?"
Da Vinci scanned the creature quickly. "Nothing in our database. It's probably unique to this Lostbelt, like Anastasia's ice soldiers were to her."
Samson, stepping forward, offered an explanation. "This is a Gorgon. Legends say it was made from the tears of Stheno and Euryale after their sister Medusa's death at the hands of the hero Perseus. The legend goes it was created to curse any hero with poison so deadly it can even kill the gods. And before you ask why a monster from Greek mythology is here, it's not the original—it's a descendent."
Oton, his grip on his sword tightening, added, "Regardless of its origins, it's clearly a threat. We need to take it down."
The Gorgon hissed, its wooden tail whipping through the air with lethal force. Its four yellow eyes glowed menacingly as it lunged forward. Ritsuka and the others scattered, avoiding the initial strike.
"Focus on its weak points!" Ritsuka shouted, summoning his strength. "We can't let it poison us."
Samson charged, his sword clashing against the Gorgon's wooden scales. The creature retaliated, but Samson's quick reflexes allowed him to dodge its attacks. Oton joined in, slashing at the Gorgon's tail and trying to immobilize it.
Mash, using her shield, blocked a series of attacks aimed at Ritsuka. "Senpai, we need a plan!"
Ritsuka, his mind racing, assessed the situation. "Da Vinci, can you create a diversion?"
Da Vinci nodded, quickly assembling a makeshift device from her toolkit. "Just give me a moment!"
As Da Vinci worked, Ophelia and Anastasia used their abilities to freeze parts of the Gorgon's body, slowing its movements. Kadoc provided cover fire with ice projectiles, aiming for its eyes.
With a sudden burst of energy, Da Vinci's device activated, emitting a bright light that temporarily blinded the Gorgon. "Now, Ritsuka!"
Ritsuka seized the opportunity, unleashing a powerful attack with Albion. The strike landed true, cutting deep into the Gorgon's wooden form. The creature screeched in agony, its body convulsing as the poison within it seeped into the ground.
Samson and Oton delivered the final blows, ensuring the Gorgon could not recover. The beast collapsed, its wooden body disintegrating into the earth.
Panting, Ritsuka looked around at his team. "Is everyone alright?"
Romani stepped forward, checking the group for injuries. "Looks like we made it through without any major harm."
Da Vinci, still holding her device, smiled. "Good job, everyone. That was a tough one."
Samson sheathed his sword, looking at Ritsuka with newfound respect. "You and your team fought well. Charlemagne's knights won't go easy on you, but I believe you have what it takes."
Ritsuka nodded, determination in his eyes. "We'll keep pushing forward. For proper human history."
Ritsuka looked at the fallen Gorgon, a gleam of determination in his eyes. "Arise," he commanded, and the Gorgon began to stir, its form reshaping into one of Ritsuka's umbral summons. He named it Binah, solidifying its place within his arsenal.
As the group took a moment to catch their breath, they heard more hissing. Turning, they saw additional Gorgons emerging from the shadows, their menacing forms ready to attack. Ritsuka smirked, feeling the surge of power as he activated his fire and shadow-armored mode.
With a flourish, two more of his Servant, Tenochtitlan and Kriemhilde, materialized beside him. Not far behind, a few Tarasque emerged, adding to his growing army.
Ritsuka's smirk widened. "Looks like my umbral summons are about to get a lot bigger."
Mash, seeing the escalating threat, activated her Mode Shift, her armor glowing with renewed energy. "We're ready, Senpai."
The air crackled with tension as the Gorgons closed in. Ritsuka, flanked by his formidable summons, prepared for the onslaught. "Let's show them what we're made of!"
The battle began in earnest. Binah, the newly named Gorgon, led the charge, its wooden tail lashing out with deadly precision. Tenochtitlan and Kriemhilde followed, their combined strength creating a formidable front line.
Ritsuka, enveloped in his fiery and shadowy armor, moved with incredible speed and power. His attacks were precise and devastating, each strike cutting down the advancing Gorgons. The Tarasque provided heavy support, their brute force smashing through the enemy ranks.
Mash, in her Mode Shift, held the line with her spear, deflecting attacks and protecting her comrades. Her movements were fluid and strong, a testament to her growth and training.
The battlefield was a chaotic symphony of clashes and roars. Ritsuka and his team fought with a synchronized precision that only came from their deep bond and shared purpose. Every attack, every defense, was a testament to their resolve to protect proper human history.
As the last of the Gorgons fell, Ritsuka stood at the center of the clearing, his breath heavy but his spirit unbroken. His summons, now even more formidable, stood by his side, a testament to his growing power and determination.
Romani, catching up with the group, marveled at the sight. "Incredible... you've managed to turn the tide in our favor once again."
Da Vinci, always quick to praise, nodded. "Well done, Ritsuka. Your leadership and power are truly something to behold."
Ritsuka, still catching his breath, looked at his team with pride. "We're not done yet. This is just the beginning. We'll face whatever comes our way and come out stronger."
With renewed determination, the group continued their journey, their bond and resolve stronger than ever.
As Ritsuka and his companions pressed deeper into the forest, the dense canopy overhead began to thin, allowing shafts of sunlight to pierce through. The atmosphere felt charged with ancient magic, an unmistakable sign that they were entering a realm steeped in myth and legend.
"Stay alert," Ritsuka instructed, his senses attuned to the presence of magical beings. "This place is teeming with mystical energy."
Mash, ever vigilant, scanned the surroundings. "Senpai, I sense something ahead."
The group emerged into a clearing and found themselves face-to-face with a trio of hulking creatures. Their bodies were covered in moss and bark, with eyes glowing a fierce green. They were Tarasque, but not the ones Ritsuka had summoned earlier. These were wild, untamed, and filled with an ancient wrath.
Before anyone could react, the Tarasque charged. Ritsuka quickly summoned his fire and shadow-armored mode, ready to defend his team. "Everyone, spread out and engage!"
Mash took the lead, her shield raised to block the first massive strike from a Tarasque. The impact sent shockwaves through the ground, but Mash held firm, her Mode Shift enhancing her strength and resilience.
Ophelia, in her Break Drive form, unleashed a barrage of gravity and wind magic, aiming to destabilize the creatures. Her attacks caused the Tarasque to stagger, their balance disrupted by the powerful forces.
Kadoc, with Anastasia by his side, summoned a storm of ice shards that pelted the Tarasque, freezing parts of their mossy hide. "Focus on their legs! We need to bring them down!"
As the battle raged, Ritsuka sensed another presence. From the shadows of the forest, more creatures emerged. These were not Tarasque but creatures of French mythology—Lutins, small goblin-like beings with mischievous grins, and Lou Carcolh, gigantic snail-like monsters with long, snake-like bodies.
"Great, more company," Ritsuka muttered, summoning Binah and his other umbral creatures to handle the new threats.
Binah, the newly named Gorgon, lashed out with its wooden tail, smashing Lutins left and right. Tenochtitlan and Kriemhilde joined the fray, their combined strength overwhelming the Lou Carcolh that slithered towards them.
Romani, observing the chaos, shouted, "Watch out for their venomous bites and constricting coils!"
Ritsuka nodded, his focus unwavering. "Da Vinci, any suggestions on handling these creatures?"
Da Vinci, always quick on her feet, assessed the situation. "Lutins are crafty but not very strong. Use area attacks to flush them out. For the Lou Carcolh, aim for the head—it's their weak spot."
Following her advice, Ritsuka unleashed a wave of flames, forcing the Lutins out of their hiding spots. With a swift motion, he commanded his summons to strike, eliminating the goblin-like creatures.
Meanwhile, Mash and Ophelia concentrated their efforts on the Lou Carcolh. Mash's shield bash and Ophelia's gravity magic combined to deliver a devastating blow to the creature's head, causing it to collapse.
With the immediate threat neutralized, the group took a moment to regroup. The forest was eerily silent now, the echoes of battle slowly fading away.
"That was intense," Kadoc remarked, catching his breath. "We should move before more show up."
Ritsuka agreed, his gaze sweeping the forest. "Let's keep moving. We still need to meet with Charlemagne's and what other mythical creatures we might face."
As they ventured further, the landscape began to change. They entered a region where the trees seemed older, their bark twisted and gnarled, and the air grew thick with a sense of foreboding.
Suddenly, a loud roar echoed through the forest. From the shadows emerged a massive creature with the body of a lion and the wings of an eagle. It was a Manticore, another beast from French mythology, known for its ferocity and lethal sting.
"Prepare yourselves!" Ritsuka shouted, summoning Albion. "This one's going to be tough."
The Manticore lunged at them, its tail whipping through the air, ready to strike. Ritsuka met the attack head-on, his sword clashing with the creature's stinger. Sparks flew as the two forces collided, each testing the other's strength.
Mash moved to support Ritsuka, her shield absorbing the Manticore's powerful blows. Ophelia and Kadoc provided ranged support, their magic creating openings for Ritsuka to exploit.
The battle was fierce, each side giving their all. The Manticore's strength and agility were formidable, but Ritsuka's determination and teamwork proved superior. With a final, powerful strike, Ritsuka drove Albion into the Manticore's heart, ending its rampage.
Breathing heavily, Ritsuka looked around at his team. "Great job, everyone. We're getting closer to understanding this lostbelt."
Romani, catching up, added, "Let's keep our guard up. There's no telling what other mythical beasts we might encounter."
With renewed determination, the group continued their journey, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead in the lostbelt of Charlemagne.
As Oton and Samson, made the group to the for first where they fought more monster, as Ritsuka collected and added them to his umbrel summons lime it was candy in a candy store, which made Both, Ophelia and Mash looked at him with a face of how man even in love with you, as they arrived in where Charlegame was as thry saw a gianr floating Castle
Samson looked at the castle whistle as hypogriff came down. Welcome to the home base of King Charlemage and his twelve paladins
Seeing the castle Kadoc knew he will not get a bigger chance as this. Do you think he is compensation for something
Anastasia hearing her boyfriend joke had to hold back a lap, she was also a lostbelt king even if she lostbelt is in Space, Ritsuka was also not trying to lap as he got on the hippogriff, as they all flew to the castle
As the group ascended towards the floating castle atop the hippogriffs, the view of Charlemagne's grand fortress left them all in awe. The castle was an architectural marvel, with towering spires and majestic banners fluttering in the wind, each depicting scenes of valor and legend. The air around it shimmered with ancient magic, and the aura of the place was palpable.
Upon landing, they were greeted by the sight of Charlemagne's twelve paladins, each standing tall and exuding an air of authority and strength. The knights' presence was intimidating, yet they also radiated a sense of camaraderie and loyalty to their king.
Charlemagne himself stood at the forefront, his regal bearing and commanding presence impossible to ignore. His eyes sparkled with wisdom and determination as he regarded the newcomers.
"Welcome to my domain," Charlemagne said, his voice resonating with power. "I see you have fought bravely to reach this place. But know that this is only the beginning. If you wish to challenge the order of this lostbelt, you must prove yourselves worthy."
Ritsuka stepped forward, determination in his eyes. "We are ready to face whatever trials you have for us. We seek to understand and, if necessary, restore proper human history."
Charlemagne nodded, a faint smile playing on his lips. "Very well. But know this: my knights and I will not yield easily. Our purpose is to protect this world, and we will do so with all our might."
As he spoke, the twelve paladins formed a circle around Charlemagne.
To be continued
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